Currently Cedar Falls has the following officers assigned to the Investigative Unit. Two general investigators that work follow up on crimes. A crime scene investigator, who specializes in photography, fingerprints, etc. A school resource officer who is assigned to the junior highs and high schools in the City. Any or all of these officers could be called in to assist in a case at any time.

Currently Cedar Falls has the following officers assigned to the Investigative Unit. Two general investigators that work follow up on crimes. A crime scene investigator, who specializes in photography, fingerprints, etc. A school resource officer who is assigned to the junior highs and high schools in the City. Any or all of these officers could be called in to assist in a case at any time.

First, you should not give out any of your personal information to anyone, especially over the phone. Second, do not have any personal information (social security number or date of birth) on your checks. Lastly, don’t leave personal items (checks, driver’s license, or social security number) where people have access to them.

No, most cases assigned to an investigator have something that can be followed up on (a suspect, missing merchandise that can be located, etc.). If there is no more follow-up that can be done the case is closed inactive with no investigator assigned.

Victims of sexual assaults can do several things that will aid police officers in the investigation of the victim’s case. Though it is sometimes very hard and embarrassing, one of the best things a victim can do is report the sexual assault immediately. As time goes on, physical evidence may be lost as well as the victim and other witnesses’ ability to accurately describe to officers what had occurred. A victim of sexual assault should not shower, brush their teeth, drink anything, or use a bathroom if at all possible. Taking these steps can ensure that physical evidence is not lost before a sexual assault evidence collection exam is complete.

Sex offenders who are classified at moderate or high risk to re-offend are required to register their addresses with the Sheriff’s Office in their county. This information can be located with a search at the Iowa Sex Offender Registry. If the desired information is not located online, a person can fill out a request for registry information at their local Sheriff’s Office. Iowa Sex Offender Registry